Tool Designer

Tasks and Responsibilities

• Designs new tooling per Trelleborg standard practices
• Leads tool design review meetings
• Designs tool rework as requested by Engineering
• Evaluates processes and methods for tool design
• Works cooperatively with designers, engineers, tool makers, and machinists to solve design problems and/or resolve scheduling conflicts
• Performs virtual molding and flow simulation
• Manages daily SolidWorks maintenance tasks
• Works with service and/or product suppliers
• Assists in proposals for new projects
• Uses CAD/CAM software to develop design and machine programming
  • Senior Tool Designer:
    • Maintains a high level of autonomy and possesses the skill set necessary for the above tasks and responsibilities
    • Mentors and trains other tool designers, sharing knowledge, best practices, and purpose
    • Exercises discretion and independent judgment in handling day-to-day problems and procedures
    • Solves complex technical challenges in tooling and makes critical design decisions.
    • Collaborates with other teams and drives innovation

Education and Experience

• Required
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2-year technical degree in Machine Tool Trades/Tool and Die or equivalent experience
• Desired
  • Some programming experience using CAD/CAM technology
  • Estimated 2 years of tool design experience
  • 2 year degree in Tooling or related discipline
  • Senior Tool Designer Requirements:
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Estimated 10 years of tool design experience
    • 3 years of programming experience using CAD/CAM technology
    • 2 year degree in Tooling or related discipline

Competencies

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
• Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance
• Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
• Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
• Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately
• Commitment to making improvements company wide
• Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office

Key Interfaces and Stakeholders

• Co-workers
• Managers
• Engineers
• Customers

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, disability, or any other status protected by state or federal law.